1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
